Just Fontaine vs Thierry Henry
Both France. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Just Fontaine
France · 1953–1960 · ST
- Rank in France
- #9 of 33
- Caps · France
- 21 · 30 goals
- Clubs
- US Marocaine Casablanca, OGC Nice, Stade de Reims
The prolific goalscorer who set an astonishing record of 13 goals in a single World Cup tournament in 1958, a feat of striking prowess that remains unmatched. Career record: 21 caps and 30 goals for France; club career at US Marocaine Casablanca, OGC Nice, Stade de Reims.
Thierry Henry
France · 1997–2010 · SS
- Rank in France
- #3 of 33
- Caps · France
- 123 · 51 goals
- Clubs
- AS Monaco, Arsenal, New York Red Bulls
- Honours
- FIFA World Cup 1998
With his back to goal at Highbury on 1 October 2000, Denis Irwin tight behind him, he flicked the ball up, spun and volleyed it over Fabien Barthez in one motion. Career record: 123 caps and 51 goals for France; club career at AS Monaco, Arsenal, New York Red Bulls; honours include FIFA World Cup 1998.
The careers, side by side
Just Fontaine is editorial rank 9 and Thierry Henry rank 3 in France's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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